Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
Join us as Laura Jackson reads from her book, The Busy Beast at our storytime event! About the Book When the Busy Beast arrives one day, "musts" and "have-to's" push out play. The grown-ups think the Beast has won, but the children know what must be done... This is a story about the importance of…
Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 3 through 5 to an afterschool cooking class on Thursday, March 19 at 4:00 PM. Instructor Erica Benvenuti, RD, a community nutrition program educator with the UConn Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, will lead kids in creating chicken curry over rice.…
Go beneath the fur to see how small mammals work. Through hands-on dissection, students will explore structures, organ systems, and the adaptations that help these animals thrive. All mammal and bird specimens donated for the series have died from natural or accidental causes. Meets at DPNC. This program is for children ages 9-16 years old.…
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
Learn to identify Connecticut’s native snakes and discover their important role in our ecosystems. Join DPNC on Sunday, March 22nd as we explore unique snake adaptations and you’ll get a chance to meet and touch live snakes! Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Free thanks to the generous support of the Bodenwein Public Benevolent Foundation.…
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
SPRING PAINTING FOR KIDS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 1-5 to create a spring painting on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Paint your own canvas with a spring tree using puzzle pieces! All materials are supplied. Registration is required and…
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
Join us in celebrating the opening of "Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks" with a special opening day event on Saturday, March 28. Drop in from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to participate in a collaborative LEGO® mosaic build guided by members of ConnLUG, a Connecticut-based LEGO® fan group, in the lobby of the Thompson…
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for…
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
Passport to Connecticut Libraries April 1-30, 2026 Your library card opens the world to you through physical books, audiobooks, music CDs, DVDs—as well as downloadable or streaming versions of the same products. Now let your library card open the doors of Connecticut libraries by participating in the Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program! To celebrate National…
Stroll the trails of the Nature Center in search of eggs, meet resident animal friends along the way, and say hello to the Easter Bunny! Trade in your found eggs for wooden ones and head over to the creation stations to decorate them. Please bring your own basket to collect eggs. Participants are limited to…
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
free event with a donation of a non-perishable item
Take part in our Spring-themed Easter Egg scavenger hunt, take photos with Wendell the Rabbit, and visit with your favorite marine animals! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine for an additional cost. more details
SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library beginning April 6 through June 8, 2026, with no session on…
MUSIC & MOVEMENT AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning April 29, 2025 through June 10, 2025. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your…
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
In this 60-minute workshop for ages 5-7 learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per…
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…
SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library beginning April 6 through June 8, 2026, with no session on…
In this 60-minute workshop for kids ages 8-12, learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. Register online. Register
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…
MUSIC & MOVEMENT AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning April 29, 2025 through June 10, 2025. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your…
Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which introduces students to the wonders of the natural world! New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…
Avast, me hearties, head over to Mystic Seaport Museum for Pirate Days on April 16 and 17, 2026 for a treasure trove of outdoor fun for the whole family! Storm the Seaport Village, hunt for hidden loot, meet our friendly pirates, and enjoy performances to boot! Pirate lads and lasses of all ages will love…
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…
Come meet the coolest residents at the nature center, literally! Get face-to-face with our cold-blooded animal ambassadors, including turtles, snakes, and frogs. We’ll explore their wild adaptations, from protective shells to camouflage. Touch live specimens if you dare (totally optional!), hold bio-facts like snake sheds and turtle shells, and learn how to help protect these…
Spring is prime time for bugs! Gather the family and search the meadow for grasshoppers, butterflies, spiders, and more during this FREE program! Please wear closed-toed shoes and bug spray. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Register
SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library beginning April 6 through June 8, 2026, with no session on…
